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Relationship Skills
• Appropriate communication skills
• Marriage preparation
• Money management
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Relationship Skills
The Parenting Skills and Relationships lesson will focus on the importance the
roles and responsibilities of parenting. The areas of money management,
appropriate communication skills and marriage preparation are vital conducive
to a successful relationship. Relationships have significantly changed over the
last several decades and lasting bonds are harder to develop. All too often,
couples fall in love, get married, and start a family based on emotional feelings
without establishing a working plan for their future resulting in marriage failure. To
avoid these mistakes relationships must be approached in a manner that
incorporates structure and organization in addition to the emotional bonds.
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Communication Skills
• Binds relationships
• Forms connections
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Relationship Skills
Communication skills are the glue that binds the couple together. Both parties
have different background experiences that shape their ideas of a relationship.
Open communication allows for the couple to connect their past and join their
future. Couples that have surface communication skills are much like a
childhood art project glued together with a glue stick. Sometimes they stay
together but more often than not they come apart with time. On the other
hand, couples that have a strong communication base are bound together
with industrial strength glue that cannot be separated.
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Good Communication
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What are the four ingredients to successful communication?
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Good CommunicationFour Ingredients to Successful Communication
Empathy
Keeping in touch
Sharing your ups and downs
Listening
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Good Communication
Four Ingredients to Successful Communication
Empathy: Allows you to understand how your significant other feels without
sharing the same feelings at the moment
Keeping in touch: Talking about thoughts or feelings to keep up to date if your
partner’s view has changed and recount your day with each other
Sharing your ups and downs: Sharing support and guidance
Listening: Poor listening blocks effective communication. Talk honestly and listen
carefully
What are some other tips for good communication between couples?
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Tips for Effective Listening
Focus
Avoid Interrupting
Avoid Seeming
Judgmental
Show Interest
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Tips for effective listening
If your goal is to fully understand and connect with the other person, listening effectively
will often come naturally. If it doesn’t, you can remember the following tips. The more
you practice them, the more satisfying and rewarding your interactions with others will
become.
Focus fully on the speaker, his or her body language, and other nonverbal cues. If
you’re daydreaming, checking text messages, or doodling, you’re almost certain to
miss nonverbal cues in the conversation. If you find it hard to concentrate on some
speakers, try repeating their words over in your head—it’ll reinforce their message and
help you stay focused.
Avoid interrupting or trying to redirect the conversation to your concerns, by saying
something like, “If you think that’s bad, let me tell you what happened to me.” Listening
is not the same as waiting for your turn to talk. You can’t concentrate on what
someone’s saying if you’re forming what you’re going to say next. Often, the speaker
can read your facial expressions and know that your mind’s elsewhere.
Avoid seeming judgmental. In order to communicate effectively with someone, you
don’t have to like them or agree with their ideas, values, or opinions. However, you do
need to set aside your judgment and withhold blame and criticism in order to fully
understand a person. The most difficult communication, when successfully executed,
can lead to the most unlikely and profound connection with someone.
Show your interest in what’s being said. Nod occasionally, smile at the person, and
make sure your posture is open and inviting. Encourage the speaker to continue with
small verbal comments like “yes” or “uh huh.”
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Marriage Preparation
How can you strengthen a relationship?
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What kind of marriage partner would you want to have? Make a list of your
perfect marriage partner. Why are these important to you?
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Marriage Preparation
Marriage preparation is the preparation for married life.
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Relationship Skills
Marriage preparation is the preparation for married life. It is not the marriage
ceremony. As the couple plans for marriage, they will need to create a life plan
that includes strong communication skills, commitment, trust, caring, devotion,
faithfulness, and money management.
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Marriage Preparation
• Involvement
• Getting through conflict
• Keeping outside relationships and interests alive
• Communicating
• Intimacy
• Have fun
• Be open to change
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Everyone’s relationship is unique, and people come together for many different
reasons. But there are some things that good relationships have in common.
Knowing the basic principles of healthy relationships helps keep them
meaningful, fulfilling and exciting in both happy times and sad:
What makes a healthy love relationship?
Staying involved with each other. Some relationships get stuck in peaceful
coexistence, but without truly relating to each other and working together.
While it may seem stable on the surface, lack of involvement and
communication increases distance. When you need to talk about something
important, the connection and understanding may no longer be there.
Getting through conflict. Some couples talk things out quietly, while others may
raise their voices and passionately disagree. The key in a strong relationship,
though, is not to be fearful of conflict. You need to be safe to express things that
bother you without fear of retaliation, and be able to resolve conflict without
humiliation, degradation or insisting on being right.
Keeping outside relationships and interests alive. No one person can meet all of
our needs, and expecting too much from someone can put a lot of unhealthy
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pressure on a relationship. Having friends and outside interests not only
strengthens your social network, but brings new insights and stimulation to the
relationship.
Communicating. Honest, direct communication is a key part of any relationship.
When both people feel comfortable expressing their needs, fears, and desires,
trust and bonds are strengthened. Nonverbal cues—body language like eye
contact, leaning forward or away, or touching someone’s arm—are critical to
communication.
Touch is a fundamental part of human existence. Studies on infants have shown
the importance of regular, loving touch and holding on brain development.
These benefits do not end in childhood. Life without physical contact with others
is a lonely life indeed.
Focus on having fun together
Think about playful ways to surprise your partner, like bringing flowers or a
favorite movie home unexpectedly.
Be open to change. Change is inevitable in life, and it will happen whether you
go with it or fight it. Flexibility is essential to adapt to the change that is always
taking place in any relationship, and it allows you to grow together through both
the good times and the bad.
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What Does Money Management Look Like?
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Money Management
• Manage resources
• Financial plan
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Money management is a key part of a successful lasting relationship. Texas is a
community property state, which essentially means that all earned income and
purchased property during the marriage is owned jointly by both parties. It is the
couples’ joint responsibility to manage their resources. All couples need a
financial plan to guide their lifestyle and protect their future.
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Take Charge America
Food Budget Obesity
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Take Charge America-Budget Doctor
The TCA Budget Doctor discusses food budgeting and why it is important to
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Financial Responsibilities
Financial and career stability should be considered before deciding to have children.
Housing
Food
Transportation
Clothing
Medical care
Education
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Financial and career stability should be considered before deciding to have
children. Children are expensive. Just as one must assess his or her financial
condition before purchasing a car or home, individuals must seriously evaluate
their ability to financially support a dependent child. The United States
Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates the cost of rearing a child to age
eighteen in 2012 is more than $234,900. It does not include prenatal and birthing
costs or any education beyond high school. This figure includes the costs of
housing, food at and away from home, transportation, clothing, medical care,
education through grade twelve, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Adequate child care is expensive. In many families, it is by far the largest
household expense. In some of the more expensive states, the cost of child care
for infants equals about half of the median income for single moms.
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S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Goals should describe accomplishments, not activities.
• S = Specific
• M= Measurable
• A = Achievable
• R = Relevant
• T = Time-Bound
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What is a S.M.A.R.T. Goal?
S.M.A.R.T. Goals
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S.M.A.R.T. Goals
S = Specific• Who
• What
• When
• Where
• Why
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Specific: Goal objectives should address the five Ws… who, what, when, where,
and why. Make sure the goal specifies what needs to be done with a timeframe
for completion. Use action verbs… create, design, develop, implement, and
produce. Example: resolve accounting discrepancies within 48 hours.
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S.M.A.R.T. Goals
M = Measurable
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Measurable: Goal objectives should include numeric or descriptive measures
that define quantity, quality, and cost. How will you and your family member
know when the goal has been successfully met? Focus on elements such as
observable actions, quantity, quality, cycle time, efficiency, and/or flexibility to
measure outcomes, not activities. Example: save ten dollars by the end of each
week.
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S.M.A.R.T. Goals
A = Achievable
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Achievable: Goal objectives should be within the family member’s control and
influence; a goal may be a “stretch” but still feasible. Is the goal achievable with
the available resources? Is the goal achievable within the timeframe originally
outlined? Consider authority or control, influence, resources, and work
environment support to meet the goal. Example: obtain the XYZ professional
certification within two years.
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S.M.A.R.T. Goals
R = Relevant
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Relevant: Goals should be instrumental to the mission of the family.
Why is the goal important?
How will the goal help the family achieve its objectives?
Develop goals that relate to the family member’s key accountabilities or link
with family goals that align with the family agenda. Example: develop and
implement a financial plan that increases the savings account by ten percent.
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S.M.A.R.T. Goals
T = Time-bound
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Time-bound: Goal objectives should identify a definite target date for
completion and/or frequencies for specific action steps that are important for
achieving the goal.
How often should the family members work on this task?
By when should this goal be accomplished?
Incorporate specific dates, calendar milestones, or timeframes that are relative
to the achievement of another result. Example: check the balances of all
outstanding accounts every six months.
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• Determine your needs and wants
• Establish your priorities
• Use a systematic process.
• A decision-making process can help you make the best financial approach
• Become your own personal “accountant”
• Keep accurate and current records of money
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Organizing tasks and responsibilities can help you manage your individual and
family resources such as finances, food, clothing, shelter, health care,
recreation, transportation, time, and human capital.
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A Spending Plan
Evaluate and Make Adjustments
Implement and Control
Allocate
Personalize
Track
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Imagine that you are creating a spending plan. Using the five steps of the spending plan
development process, describe in detail what you would do to create your spending plan from
beginning to end.
1. Track Current Income and Expenses
Make sure to indicate how you would track your income and expenses and justify your choice
by describing how it would fit your lifestyle.
2. Personalize Your Spending Plan
3. Allocate Money to Each Category
Make sure to indicate how you would determine which changes to make to spending.
4. Implement and Control
Make sure to indicate which control system you would use and justify your choice by describing
how it would fit your lifestyle.
5. Evaluate and Make Adjustments
Why is tracking income and expenses an important part of creating a spending plan?
What are three things to consider when determining how much money to allocate to each
category? Explain.
What do you do if you have a net gain?
What do you do if you have a net loss?
How do you ensure there is enough money to pay bills and meet expenses throughout the
month in your household?
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Money Management PlanIncome Weekly Monthly Yearly
Allowance
Wages
Gifts
Other
Total Income $ $ $
Expenses
Fixed:
Varied:
Total Expenses $ $ $
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Your money management plan consists of determining all your income from
various sources and compiling a list of all your expenses. After you total all your
income and expenses, subtract total expenses from total income to determine
the balance amount.
Once your plan is put into action, evaluate your budget periodically.
• Is your plan working?
• Are you able to attain your goals with your plan?
• Is this plan helping you control your spending?
How can a money management plan help you manage your money now and
in the future?
What are the differences between variable, fixed and discretionary expenses?
Give examples of each.
What are some contributing factors of a negative balance-when you have
more expenses than income?
What are some steps to avoid a negative balance?
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Tips to get Started
• Envelope System
• Cut-up credit cards
• Written budget
• Emergency fund
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Tips to get started:
Devise a cash envelope system for yourself. Include envelopes for categories
such as: groceries, clothing, miscellaneous, medicine, giving, and haircuts. Put
money in each envelope and live within that amount of money each pay
period.
Cut up credit cards. If you don’t have the guts to do that, put them in a gallon
freezer bag, fill the bag with water and freeze it. If you really feel the need to
buy something with the credit cards, set the bag out to thaw. Use the time it is
thawing to really evaluate if what you are considering buying is a “need” or a
“want”. Look at other options of buying this. Ask yourself: If I delay buying this
until I have the cash, how will I feel in the long run?
Use a written budget each month to track your spending, savings and giving.
Have money set aside in an emergency fund and DEFINE what an emergency
would be in your household.
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What are some parenting skills and responsibilities?
How are parenting skills and responsibilities related to successful families?
How would you summarize what parenting skills and responsibilities are?
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Parenting Skills and Responsibilities
Some important responsibilities that affect health and happiness of parents and children include the following:
• child guidance
• legal and moral responsibilities
• financial responsibilities
• health and safety responsibilities
• social and emotional development
• cognitive development
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The lesson focus is to determine parenting readiness and to understand parental
responsibilities. A responsibility is a condition for which a person assumes the
duties, obligations, and accountability for something. The responsibilities of
parenting are endless. Some important responsibilities that affect health and
happiness of parents and children include the following:
• child guidance
• legal and moral responsibilities
• financial responsibilities
• health and safety responsibilities
• social and emotional development
• cognitive development
How do these parenting skills and responsibilities relate to you as a caregiver?
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Child Guidance
The guidance parents use should be appropriate for the child’s
• age
• abilities
• situation
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All children need guidance. Guidance includes all of an adult’s actions and
words that are used to influence a child’s behavior. Children need guidance for
a variety of reasons. Some of these reasons include the following:
• to teach children what actions are acceptable and what actions are not
• to teach children how to interact with others
• to promote children’s healthy attitudes about themselves
• to establish a positive self-concept and high self-esteem
• to ensure children’s safety
• to encourage self-discipline
• to teach children self-control
The guidance parents use should be appropriate for the child. It should be
appropriate for the child’s age and abilities and for the situation.
As a caregiver, how are going to provide guidance to the children in your care?
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Legal and Moral Responsibilities
• Seat restraints
• Economic security
• Education
• Respect of others
• Understanding rules
• Decision-making skills
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Legal responsibilities of parenting include those things that are required because
of a law. One example of a legal responsibility is protecting children by placing
them in appropriate seat restraints while traveling in a motor vehicle. Divorced
parents have a legal responsibility to provide economic security for their children
by making child support payments.
What are some other legal responsibilities of parenting?
Moral responsibility involves rearing children to be responsible and contributing
members of society. A child’s moral development involves his or her respect of
others, understanding of rules, and ability to make good value decisions about
what is right and what is wrong. The development of morals and a conscience
relates closely to social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Why is moral responsibility an important component of parenting? Why is moral
responsibility an important component as a caregiver?
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Social and Emotional Development
• Affection
• Nurturing
• Positive self-esteem
• Self-concept
• Self-image
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Children need affection. The affection of parents and other family members is
important for the social and emotional development of children. The nurturing
provided by a parent plays an important role in the development of a positive
self-esteem and in the development of a child’s relationships. For a young child,
these relationships might include positive interactions with other children through
play. As a teenager, positive and healthy interactions might be exhibited
through dating. Regardless of age, all children need to know that they are loved
and accepted by their parents and family members.
A child’s self-concept is developed primarily as a result of interaction with the
family. Self-concept is how a person sees his or her own identify, abilities, and
worth. Children are born not knowing who they are. As they grow, they learn
about who they are by what they can do and what they are told about
themselves by the people around them. Self-image and self-concept are
molded by the attitudes reflected in the faces, voices, and words of those who
are important to them.
As a caregiver, how are you going to help develop and nourish a child’s self-
concept?
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Health and Safety Responsibilities
• Food
• Water
• Clothing
• Shelter
• Safety
• Protection
• Medical checkups
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Every child must have basic needs met to ensure healthy development. A need
is a condition in which something is required for physical or mental well-being.
Food, water, clothing, and shelter are examples of basic needs. Parents want
their children to be safe and protected. Safety begins with medical checkups,
inoculations, and safe physical and emotional surroundings. To provide and
maintain a safe environment, parents should be aware of safety practices to
implement and to teach it.
What are some safety and health practices to instill at a child care center?
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Cognitive Development
• Intelligence and mental ability
• Provide educational opportunities
• Thinking skills
• Learning activities
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Cognitive development is how children gain the ability to think and know about
things. Some of this mental development is gained through learning. Intelligence
and mental ability can be defined in many ways. The family influences how a
child’s mind develops through what they teach the child and how they support
the child. The family environment should provide opportunities for children to
exercise thinking skills. A child who is involved in learning activities at an early
age may find it easier to learn in school. However, too much pressure from
parents to do well can frustrate and turn them off to learning.
The promotion of strong stable families is the key message to present to students
in this unit. The impact of adult relationships affects the child during their
upbringing and serves as a model for their future relationships. Parenting is the
entire process of raising a child to be a successful productive member of society
upon achieving adulthood. Not everyone should be a parent. Parenting
requires special aptitudes and competencies that all individuals do not want or
have. The lifestyle of a family must change to meet the demands of a new
infant.
Individuals should be socially and emotionally mature enough to handle the
responsibilities of being a parent before making a decision to become a parent.
As a child guidance provider, name and describe five ways to provide
cognitive opportunities with children.
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References and ResourcesMicrosoft Clip Art: Used with permission from Microsoft.
Textbook:
Decker, C. (2011). _Child development: Early stages through age 12_. (5th ed.). Tinley Park: Goodheart-Willcox Company.
Websites:
Calculators - Yes, You CanFree Electronic Spending Planshttp://www.yesyoucanonline.info/Resources/Calculators
Mint.comFree Electronic Control Systemshttps://www.mint.com/
Parenting and MoneyFinancial tips that worked for couples.http://www.parentingandmoney.com/2012/03/07/parenting-and-money/
PearBudgetPearBudget is a really simple budgeting and expense tracking service.https://pearbudget.com/
Sense and DollarsSpending Money- Budget Basicshttp://senseanddollars.thinkport.org/games/checkitout/home.html
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References and Resources
YouTube(tm):
S.M.A.R.T. Goals
Ever had a goal you couldn't complete? Chances are it wasn't a SMART Goal! We'll show you what a SMART Goal is, how you can use
them to improve both yours and your staff's productivity, and how to set them up.
http://youtu.be/Uy6qGhki-K4
Take Charge America-Budget Doctor
The TCA Budget Doctor discusses food budgeting and why it is important to monitor your spending.
http://youtu.be/zN4I67BWnHk
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